Science Summit 2025

The Science Summit 2025, scheduled for September 9–26, 2025, will focus on the pivotal role of science in addressing societal challenges within planetary boundaries to enhance global well-being.

This theme underscores the necessity of scientific innovation in maintaining Earth’s stability and resilience. This year’s theme underscores the importance of conducting science responsibly, respecting Earth’s natural limits, and prioritising science for society and the people.

Main Objectives and Highlights

1. Science for Development

Science is indispensable for achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and any Development Agenda. It provides the evidence-based knowledge necessary to address complex global challenges such as poverty, health, and environmental degradation. Scientific research informs policy decisions, ensuring they are effective and sustainable. Moreover, science fosters innovation and technological advancements that drive progress across all SDGs. By integrating scientific insights, we can develop holistic solutions that promote economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability.

2. Integrating Science into the International Financing Agendas

• Explore innovative financing mechanisms to support science-driven solutions for global challenges.
• Discuss the role of governments, industry, and international organizations in funding sustainable scientific initiatives.
• Identifying opportunities for Science from the Financing for Development Conference conclusions that will be held in Sevilla in July 2025.
• Industry as a Catalyst for Implementation:
• Highlight how industries can translate scientific objectives into actionable projects.
• Showcase case studies of successful collaborations between science and industry to create tangible societal impacts

3. Science in Action: From Ideas to Impact:

• Focus on implementation strategies that yield measurable changes in people’s lives.
• Share best practices for scaling up scientific breakthroughs to improve health, education, climate resilience, and economic opportunities.

4. Empowering Change through Collaboration:

• Interactive sessions dedicated to fostering partnerships among scientists, policymakers, and business leaders.
• Promote solutions-oriented dialogue on aligning scientific research with community needs.